Rapper Offset Shot In Front of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood FL.
Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 4/7/26 – Grammy-nominated rapper Offset was shot Monday evening outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida, according to authorities and his representative.
The Seminole Police Department said the shooting occurred shortly after 7 p.m. in the casino’s valet area. Two suspects were taken into custody, and one person sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Police did not publicly identify any of the individuals involved. However, Nathalie Moar, a spokeswoman for Offset, confirmed in a statement that the rapper was the person injured. He is currently in stable condition at a hospital.
The Incident
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the busy valet area, a high-traffic location near the casino entrance. The scene was quickly secured, and two individuals were detained as part of the initial response.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding what led to the shooting or whether Offset was specifically targeted.
Background
Offset, born Kiari Kendrell Cephus, rose to prominence as a member of the Atlanta rap trio Migos, alongside Quavo and Takeoff. The group became one of the most influential acts in modern hip-hop.
He later established a successful solo career and remains a major figure in the industry.
Offset was married to Cardi B in 2017, and the couple share three children. She filed for divorce in 2024.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities have not announced charges, and the motive remains unclear. The investigation is ongoing, therefore the rapper, his family and legal team ask for privacy at this time.
